Shingoji
📍 Shiga, Otsu · 2-7-10 Ogyogi, Otsu, Shiga 520-0043
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Standing peacefully in Ogyogi, this temple invites the welcoming hands of Amitabha Buddha to embrace all beings. Through ages, pilgrims have gathered here to recite praises and aspirations, their devotion echoing across realms toward enlightenment's shore.
Benefits
Welcome of AmitabhaPraise and aspirationPractice of compassion